Ocean breeze or mountain air? Cottage or compound? Historic or modern? This week, we're packing our bags and heading out to to explore notable rental houses—and ways to settle into summer—the world over.

Wednesday

Thursday

Above: We love easy DIY Projects, especially ones that make clever use of leather. Stay tuned for these DIY magazine racks (and also have a look at Alexa's DIY Leather Knife Rack).

Friday

Above: In need of summer-house lighting? Consider these industrial accordion wall lamps that are Friday's Lighting find. And for other options, browse the hundreds of Lighting ideas in our Gallery of Rooms and Spaces.

Saturday

Above: Saturday's Architect Is In features Rafe Churchill's net-zero-energy design and construction of a farmhouse in Connecticut. Churchill will be on standby over the weekend to supply details and answer questions.